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Introduction

The Daegu Chimac Festival is Daegu’s signature summer festival and Korea’s largest food-and-drink event celebrating the much-loved pairing of chicken and beer. Since its launch in 2013, it has grown steadily, now drawing one million visitors and helping boost the local economy while raising Daegu’s profile as a global destination. Selected in 2026 for Korea’s Local 100 list and as a Preliminary Global Festival, this year’s event will run from July 1 to 5 in and around Duryu Park. Beyond chicken and beer, the festival offers a full lineup of performances, exhibitions, hands-on programs, and promotional booths. The main venue, 2.28 Freedom Square, will be transformed into a water concert zone where water play meets electronic music, with a new 360-degree central stage added this year. Across the festival grounds, visitors can explore themed zones such as Daefrica Waterpia, Chimac Sing-along Club, and Chisangnakwon EGG Island. Artist-designed installations and photo zones will bring even more energy to the festival grounds.
Telephone
+82-53-248-9998 (Korean Chicken and Beer Industry Association)
Homepage
www.chimacfestival.com

🗺 Location

36, Gongwonsunhwan-ro, Dalseo-gu, Daegu

✏ Details

Introduction

The Daegu Chimac Festival celebrates the beloved Korean combination of chicken and beer, a pairing appreciated worldwide thanks to K-dramas. While this combo is enjoyable year-round, it‘s especially delightful on hot summer nights. Known for its scorching summer heat, Daegu, nicknamed “Daefrica” due to its high temperatures, hosts the Chimac Festival every summer. The festival runs from day to night, featuring the popular Chimac Ice Pub, where attendees can cool their feet in icy water while enjoying chicken and beer. The Premium Chimac Club offers EDM parties and performances by various artists.

◎ Age Requirement for Drinking at the Chimac Festival!
Per Korean law, purchasing alcoholic drinks is limited to people aged 19 or over. In order to drink beer, you must have your ID card or (a copy of) your passport.

Programs

Chimac K-pop concert, EDM party, hands-on experience programs, photo zones, chimac ice pubs, etc.

🔎 Information

Start Date
End Date
Location
In & Around Duryu Park
Admission / Participation Fees
Free (Some fees apply)
Programs
Daefrica Waterpia, Chimac Sing-along Club, K-Chimac Street, Chisangnakwon EGG Island
Show Time
18:00-22:00
Sponsor
Korean Chicken and Beer Industry Association
Sponsor Contact
+82-53-248-9998
Organizer
Daegu Chimac Festival Organizing Committee

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